Serving 261 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gihon Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Gihon Elementary School serves the west part of Parkersburg, WV, covering an area of approximately 9.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gihon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gihon Elementary School's student population of 261 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
261 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Educating Today, Preparing for Tomorrow
School Rankings
Gihon Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gihon Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#12 out of 617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gihon Elementary School's ranking?
Gihon Elementary School is ranked #12 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Gihon Elementary School often compared to?
Gihon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairplains Elementary School, Franklin Elementary Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Gihon Elementary School?
261 students attend Gihon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Gihon Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gihon Elementary School?
Gihon Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gihon Elementary School offer ?
Gihon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gihon Elementary School part of?
Gihon Elementary School is part of Wood County Schools.
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